Attachment_1_SOW_Tanque_Badger_Den_Repair.docx

BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT

TANQUE/BADGER DEN FENCE REPAIR

GILA DISTRICT – SAFFORD FIELD OFFICE

STATEMENT OF WORK

PURPOSE FOR WORK

The boundary fence between two BLM grazing allotments needs repair. The two grazing allotments include the Tanque and Badger Den Allotments. The boundary fence has been frequently repaired by the Tanque Allotment permittee, and there has not been a permittee on the Badger Den Allotment to assist with the maintenance because the allotment has been unpermitted for livestock grazing for many years. Much of the boundary fence is still in good condition, however, a 4.5 mile section needs extensive repair or replacement. The fence that needs to be repaired consists of a combination of steel and wooden material; damaged or nonfunctional materials would be replaced. Repair of fences are necessary for livestock grazing management to prevent unauthorized grazing/trespass from occurring. If the fence repair is not completed, trespassing cattle could affect the amount of forage available on each allotment and could negatively impact the health of the rangeland.

The work identified in this contract aligns with the DOI Departmental Priority, “Working to conserve at least 30% each of our lands and waters by the year 2030”, by controlling livestock movement and thus providing protection of rangelands from unauthorized livestock grazing. This work also supports the presidential administration’s “America the Beautiful” Initiative priority, “Creating jobs by investing in restoration and resilience project and initiatives, including the Civilian Climate Corps,” through the creation of work regarding the restoration of critical infrastructure for livestock grazing management.

DEFINITIONS

CO – Contracting Officer COR – Contracting Officer Representative Global Positioning Systems (GPS) – A system of satellites, computers, and receivers that is able to determine the latitude and longitude of a receiver on Earth by calculating the time difference for signals from different satellites to reach the receiver.

PI – Principle Investigator Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) – A mapping coordinate grid system based upon one of many different mapping projects. The BLM in Arizona uses a projection in UTM Zone 10 North, North American Datum 1983, Continental US (NAD83 CONUS). The data is displayed in meters easting and northing.

WORK TO BE PERFORMED

· Transport all necessary materials.

· Provide any material needed to complete the fence repair.

· Furnish necessary labor and transportation (see Section 3.1.3 Access for further details) to successfully complete the fence repairs, and properly remove and dispose of all scrap materials.

· Complete the repair of 4.5 miles of fence, per the BLM Fence guidelines described in Attachment A BLM Fence Specifications. Deviations from the BLM Fence Specifications is allowed where necessary to accommodate the terrain or topography but should be documented and reported to the COR/PI as it occurs.

· Remove damaged fence and dispose of properly.

· It is the responsibility of the Contractor to know the applicable disposal requirements and regulations based on Federal, State, and/or County guidance.

3.1.2 Project Location

· Work under this Contract is located in Graham County, State of Arizona, 30 miles south of Safford, Arizona.

· The fencelines are grazing allotment boundary fences between the Tanque Allotment and the Badger Den Allotment.

· The work locations are shown on the See Attachment B Work Location and Access Map.

3.1.3 Access

· Access to the work site including transport of personnel, equipment, supplies, and materials will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

· Contractor will coordinate with the COR/PI upon award to coordinate access.

· All portions of the fencelines are located in remote, rough, and rugged terrain. A rough, two-track road private land to BLM-administered lands is available for access to the vicinity of the work area. This is shown as a green line on the map (See Attachment C) and identified as ATV/UTV/4WD Access Only. Alternate transportation of personnel and materials will be necessary during construction and to access the work site. Pack animals may be permitted. See Attachment C Work Location and Access Map.

· Vegetation removal or trimming is only authorized within the fence line path to facilitate maintenance of the fence and not to create access routes.

· Access shall be accomplished with regard for environmental considerations, as described above and displayed in Attachment C Project Location and Access Map.

· Work Camp - The Contractor shall obtain written authorization from the COR prior to camping on BLM administered lands. Comply with all fire regulations and obtain any permits as needed.

CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

· Contractor will be responsible for purchasing ALL required materials to construct the fence line to the specifications as outlined in Attachment A: BLM Fence Specifications.

· GPS handheld navigator or other tool to determine UTM and elevation.

· All necessary camping gear if camping is deemed necessary to complete work.

· All safety materials and proper personal protective equipment (e.g., boots, gloves, eye protection, ear protection, sunscreen, hard hat, water).

GOVERNMENT – FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

5.1 The Government will furnish to the Contractor the following materials, supplies, property, or services:

· Item 1: Paper maps and/or aerial photos that identify the project area including road maps and topographic maps.

· Item 2: Loadable georeferenced maps for navigation, if requested.

· Item 3:

· Attachment A – BLM Fence Specifications

· Attachment B – Work Location and Access Map

SPECIFIC TASKS

· Will be held prior to the start of work. The Contractor will be notified in advance of meeting time, date, and place. The purpose will be to review required work, project drawings and specifications, construction schedules, payroll and payments, and administrative provisions of the Contract.

· The Contractor, subcontractors, and the persons responsible for coordination of the work shall be present at the meeting.

· Be prepared to summarize and explain procedures planned for the project.

· Once fence construction is complete, properly remove and dispose of all leftover materials and trash, per the applicable Federal, State or county regulations. Consult the COR for guidance if needed.

SURVEILLANCE PLAN AND INSPECTION

ACCEPTANCE

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

CONTRACT TIME

The Contactor shall begin work within five (5) calendar days from the effective date of the Notice to Proceed. The Contractor shall continue performance of the work under the contract without delay or interruption except by cause for action under the “Default” clause. The Contractor shall complete all work required within six (6) months of the Notice to Proceed (September 1 – December 31, 2023).

PROGRESS PLAN

At the prework conference, the Contractor shall provide to the COR a written “work progress plan” that details the proposed work force and schedule to provide for orderly completion of the work within the contract performance time. This work schedule must be acceptable to the Government. At a minimum, the schedule should reflect a work progress rate equal to the available amount of contract performance time. The unit sequence work schedule will be determined by the COR at the prework conference and may be subject to change because of normal variations in weather conditions at no change in contract time or price

ATTACHMENT A: BLM FENCE SPECIFICATIONS

ATTACHMENT B: PROJECT LOCATION AND ACCESS MAPS

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